In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Dr. Erica Schwartz, a pioneer in hormone and integrative medicine, for a blunt conversation about menopause, hormone replacement therapy, and why women are still being denied care that protects their long-term health.

Together, they get real about why modern medicine still runs on a “wait until you’re sick” model, why hospitals can be the most dangerous place to heal, and how the system trains both doctors and patients to outsource responsibility. They break down the lasting damage of the Women’s Health Initiative, the fear-based messaging around estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and the real-world consequences of medical gatekeeping from pharmacies to hospitals. 

This is a conversation about truth, autonomy, and what it actually looks like to practice medicine from the whole-body, whole-life perspective.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why conventional medicine is built for acute care, not long-term health
• How the Women’s Health Initiative changed hormone care for generations of women
• Why “just deal with it” menopause advice is harmful (and wildly outdated)
• What estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone actually do in the female body
• Why testosterone for women is still restricted and why that matters
• How medical errors and hospital systems put patients at risk
• Why taking responsibility for your health isn’t optional anymore

Episode Timeline:

00:00 The Crisis in Conventional Medicine

03:54 Dr. Schwartz's Journey to Holistic Health

09:59 The Shift from Acute Care to Preventative Health

17:47 The Importance of Hormonal Health

25:29 The Impact of Alcohol on Health

28:10 Nutrition and Cancer: A Misunderstood Connection

30:55 The Role of Hormones in Health

36:06 Understanding the Importance of Hormones

40:24 The Truth About Cancer and Hormones

44:38 Empowering Patients in Their Health Journey

47:45 The Need for Compassionate Care in Medicine

51:03 Introduction to Breast Health Awareness

Dr. Erica Schwartz

Visit her Website: www.eshealth.com/

Follow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/eshealth/

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
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To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Dr. Eugene Shippen, hormone specialist best known for his early work in bioidentical hormone therapy and for authoring The Testosterone Syndrome. Together, they explore the overlooked biology behind endometriosis, breast cancer, and persistent hormonal imbalance, focusing on how aromatase-driven inflammation links these conditions and why standard treatments often miss the root cause.

The conversation covers individualized vitamin D dosing, iodine’s role in thyroid and breast health, testosterone in women, and a clear, evidence-based approach to hormone replacement therapy, who it’s right for, who should avoid it, and why many women are being denied care unnecessarily.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How estrogen and inflammation drive hormone-positive breast cancer
• Why breast tumors produce their own estrogen and what treatment often overlooks
• What endometriosis reveals about aromatase activity and breast cancer biology
• Why vitamin D functions as a hormone and how deficiency impacts breast cancer risk and outcomes
• The role of iodine in breast tissue, dense breasts, and fibrocystic disease
• When hormone replacement therapy may be appropriate after breast cancer and when it is not

Episode Timeline
00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Health
05:06 Understanding Endometriosis
12:28 Endometriosis and Breast Cancer Connections
17:33 The Coimbra Protocol and Vitamin D
22:15 Vitamin D's Role in Disease Prevention
27:55 Individualized Vitamin D Dosing
35:39 Monitoring Health Conditions
37:03 The Role of Testosterone in Women's Health
42:46 Understanding Iodine and Its Importance
50:50 Hormone Replacement Therapy: Current Perspectives
01:00:18 Breast Cancer and Hormone Replacement
01:03:39 Environmental Factors Influencing Breast Cancer Rates

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Dr. Susan Brian, an Ivy League–trained endocrinologist, certified menopause specialist, and researcher, to discuss how GLP-1 medications are transforming the treatment of metabolic dysfunction.

They explore how therapies like semaglutide and tirzepatide work beyond weight loss, why metabolic disease often goes undiagnosed for years, and how GLP-1s impact diabetes, fatty liver disease, cardiovascular risk, and body composition. The conversation addresses appropriate versus inappropriate use, real risks versus media-driven fear, and why resistance training is essential to protect muscle during weight loss.

Dr. Brian also discusses emerging questions around GLP-1s in cancer outcomes and longevity, emphasizing the importance of individualized prescribing, proper screening, and patient education.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why GLP-1 medications have fundamentally changed metabolic medicine
• How GLP-1s compare to older treatments like metformin
• Who is an appropriate candidate for GLP-1 therapy
• How GLP-1–related weight loss may impact breast cancer
• Why early screening for metabolic dysfunction matters
• How to preserve muscle while losing weight
• When microdosing or maintenance dosing may make sense
• How to avoid common side effects linked to rapid weight loss
  
  

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction to GLP-1 and Metabolic Health
06:32 Appropriate vs. Inappropriate Use of GLP-1
12:29 Understanding Metabolic Dysfunction
18:18 Menopause and Metabolic Health
31:42 Understanding Cardiovascular Protection and Hormonal Treatments
38:13 The Role of Newer Drugs in Weight Loss and Fatty Liver
48:50 The Importance of Appetite Regulation in Weight Management
53:26 Microdosing GLP-1s for Longevity: A New Frontier
01:00:19 Safe dosing, rate of weight loss, and best practices

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Dr. Joseph Dituri, a biomedical engineer, hyperbaric medicine specialist, and former U.S. Navy saturation diver, to explore the science of healing, aging, and human resilience.

Drawing from his clinical work in hyperbaric medicine and his recovery from a traumatic brain injury, Dr. Dituri explains how oxygen, pressure, and controlled physiological stress affect inflammation, sleep quality, immune function, and cellular repair. Together, they examine the evidence behind biological versus chronological age, the role of muscle and bone health in longevity, and the evolving, evidence-informed use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in healing and cancer support. 

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• What happens to the human body when it lives under pressure for 100 days underwater
• How hyperbaric oxygen therapy impacts inflammation, immune function, sleep, and aging
• The difference between biological age vs. chronological age and why it matters.
• Why muscle and bone health are critical pillars of longevity
• How healthy stress can strengthen the brain, body, and immune system
• The science behind collagen synthesis, stem cells, and tissue repair
• What the research actually says about hyperbaric medicine and cancer
• How to identify qualified, safe hyperbaric centers and avoid poorly run facilities

Episode Timeline Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Joe Dituri and His Mission
03:08 What Hyperbaric Medicine Is and How It Works
05:54 Why He Chose to Live Underwater for 100 Days
08:54 Daily Life, Work, and Challenges Beneath the Ocean
11:53 Sleep, Brain Function, and Cognitive Changes Under Pressure
14:53 Inflammation, Telomeres, and Measuring Cellular Health
18:05 The Core Science Behind Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
28:50 Isolation, Connection, and Human Biology
33:49 Biological Age vs. Chronological Age
50:35 Hyperbaric Therapy for Health Optimization
53:17 Collagen, Tissue Healing, and Regeneration
56:07 Hyperbaric Medicine and Cancer Support
01:06:50 Treatment Frequency, Duration, and Expectations
01:12:03 How to Find Safe and Qualified Hyperbaric Centers
01:15:52 Longevity, Optimization, and What’s Next

Where to Find Dr. Joseph Dituri (Dr. DeepSea)

Website: https://drdeepsea.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/drdeepsea

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this solo episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons delivers a clear, evidence-based breakdown of modern breast cancer screening and prevention. She explains why so many women are confused about breast health and how outdated screening practices, lack of informed consent, and drive fear rather than clarity.

Dr. Jenn distinguishes between screening and diagnostic imaging, emphasizing that screening for healthy, asymptomatic women should be safe. She introduces innovative, non-radiation screening tools including the Auria Tears Test, which identifies inflammatory precursors to breast cancer, and the QT Scan, a pain-free, radiation-free 3D imaging technology.

The episode addresses common concerns around mammograms, biopsies, dense breasts, estrogen, and hormone replacement therapy.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• The difference between screening and diagnostic breast imaging
• What mammograms do - and don’t - actually tell you
• How inflammation shows up before breast cancer develops
• How the  Auria Tears Test identifies early inflammatory risk
• How the QT scan can be used for screening
• Whether biopsies can cause cancer to spread
• How estrogen and hormone replacement fit into breast health

Episode Timeline Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Breast Health Awareness
01:57 Understanding Mammograms: Screening vs. Diagnostic
09:11 Innovative Screening Methods: QT and  Auria Test
16:20 The Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness
17:55 The Future of Breast Cancer Screening
23:07 Biopsy Safety and Dense Breasts
28:13 Debunking Myths: Estrogen and Breast Cancer
32:01 Hormone Replacement Therapy: A Health Plan Perspective

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://calendly.com/stephanie-1031/discovery-call

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this compelling episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Dr. Michael Greger, physician, author of How Not to Die, and founder of NutritionFacts.org, for a focused conversation on breast cancer screening, prevention, and informed decision making.

Together, they challenge common assumptions about mammograms, unpacking what research shows about over diagnosis, false reassurance, and the lack of overall survival benefit. Dr. Greger explains why women and physicians often overestimate the life-saving power of mammography and why informed consent is missing from screening discussions.

Beyond screening, Dr. Greger explores how lifestyle shapes breast cancer risk, including plant-forward nutrition and the dangers of alcohol. Together, they emphasize empowering women with evidence-based information.

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In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why mammograms do not improve overall survival
 • What women are not told about overdiagnosis and false positives
 • Why informed consent is missing from breast cancer screening
 • How the Auria test detects inflammatory precursors before cancer develops
 • Why prevention matters more than early detection
 • How diet influences breast cancer risk and overall health
 • Why plant-forward eating supports metabolic and hormonal balance
 • Why alcohol significantly increases breast cancer risk even in small amounts
 • How medical training underemphasizes nutrition science
 • Why empowerment and education change health outcomes

Episode Timeline Highlights:

00:00 Why breast cancer prevention remains confusing
04:45 The problem with mammography and informed consent
08:34 Overdiagnosis, false reassurance, and hidden harms
12:17 Why survival benefits matter more than detection
14:44 Introducing the Auria at-home screening test
18:19 Medical dogma and resistance to change
20:46 Dr. Greger’s grandmother and the origin of his mission
24:13 Plant-based versus plant-exclusive eating
28:39 Alcohol as a major and overlooked breast cancer risk
32:51 Practical guidance for prevention and long-term health
33:56 Key takeaways on screening, diet, and empowerment

Where to Find Dr. Michael Greger:

Website: https://nutritionfacts.org
Book: How Not to Die (10th Anniversary Edition)

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Taylor Dukes, former ICU nurse, functional health advocate, and founder of Taylor Dukes Wellness, to explore what happens when conventional medicine stops asking deeper questions.

Taylor shares her journey from the ICU to facing her own brain tumor diagnosis, an experience that reshaped her understanding of health, healing, and the healthcare system. Together, she and Dr. Jenn discuss the emotional and spiritual toll carried by front line providers, the limitations of modern medical education, and why chronic and childhood illness have become increasingly normalized.

This conversation highlights the role of nutrition, detoxification, stress management, and faith in healing, while emphasizing personal responsibility and advocacy in a toxic world. Taylor also shares how her family became part of her mission, creating accessible wellness solutions rooted in foundational health.

💬 If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why many providers leave conventional medicine seeking root cause answers
• The emotional and spiritual impact of ICU nursing
• How a brain tumor diagnosis changed Taylor’s approach to healing
• Why functional medicine focuses on cause, not symptom management
• How faith and mindfulness support recovery
• Why childhood conditions like fatty liver disease are increasing
• The foundational role of nutrition and detoxification
• Why “normal” labs do not always mean optimal health
• How to advocate for yourself within the healthcare system
• Why healing can be accessible and practical

Episode Timeline Highlights:

00:00 From conventional medicine to functional healing
03:12 Life inside the ICU
05:50 Personal health crisis and awakening
09:13 Discovering functional medicine
11:54 A brain tumor diagnosis
14:59 Integrative treatment decisions
18:01 Faith and mindfulness in healing
20:47 Life after surgery
23:59 From patient to provider
26:51 Education and prevention
37:06 Childhood health concerns
39:59 Nutrition and detoxification
44:33 Stress and healing
49:14 Building wellness products
56:05 Integrative medicine in practice

Where to find Taylor Dukes:

Instagram: @taylordukeswellness
 Website: https://shop.taylordukeswellness.com

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Ryan Sternagel, founder of The Stern Method, to share the story that reshaped his life: his son’s cancer diagnosis and the desperate search for answers that followed.
 What began as a parent’s nightmare became a deep dive into integrative medicine, environmental toxicity, nutrition, and the healing power of community.

Ryan opens up about navigating a rigid medical system, facing pressure from institutions, and refusing to ignore his intuition. He and Dr. Jenn explore what happens when families question conventional recommendations, how holistic therapies can support traditional treatment, and why creating a healing environment is essential.

This is a conversation about resilience, advocacy, and the belief that healing requires more than protocols. It’s about parents becoming empowered, finding the right team, and discovering hope in the darkest moments.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How Ryan’s son’s diagnosis launched his mission in integrative health
• The challenges families face when questioning conventional treatment
• Why intuition and research matter in medical decision making
• How nutrition and alternative therapies support cancer care
• The emotional and practical realities of navigating the system
• The importance of community, mindset, and family support
• Why no single therapy is ever a silver bullet
• How environment and lifestyle shape healing
• The role of supplements within a comprehensive plan
• What it means to build a truly healing home

💬 If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. And share this story with someone who needs strength and hope.

Episode Timeline Highlights:

 02:46 Awakening to holistic health
06:00 The diagnosis and early decisions
09:00 Navigating hospitals and seeking answers
15:01 Nutrition and alternative therapies
17:55 Challenges with the medical system
20:58 Finding integrative oncology support
24:09 A family’s commitment to healing
30:08 Intuition, research, and advocacy
33:08 Bridging conventional and holistic approaches
36:02 Resilience and transformation
41:04 Purpose through adversity
48:35 Integrative and conventional treatment insights
56:39 Ivermectin and alternative therapies
01:01:27 Mindset in the healing process
01:13:44 Key supplements and holistic practices

Where to Find Ryan Sternagel:

Social: @thesternmethod
Website: ourhealthnaturally.com
Member Community: goingintegrativeplus.com

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Dr. Austin Lake. Together, they explore how chronic disease became normalized, why the Flexner Report reshaped modern medical training, and what it really takes to take ownership of your health in today’s world.

Dr. Lake shares why environmental toxins, stress, and lifestyle choices are driving so much illness, and how personal responsibility and community support can radically change health outcomes. He and Dr. Jenn break down the vaccine debate, the future of medical autonomy, and why true healing requires questioning long-held assumptions.

They also dive into the role of diet and detoxification, the nuances of hormone replacement therapy, why foundational lifestyle work must come before hormones, and how faith and spiritual grounding help guide healing. This conversation empowers listeners to understand their bodies, advocate for their choices, and take back control in a healthcare system that often overlooks the root cause of disease.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:
• How the Flexner Report reshaped modern medicine
• Why chronic disease is not inevitable
• How environmental toxins and stress fuel illness
• Why personal responsibility is essential for healing
• How community support strengthens health outcomes
• Why vaccines remain a complex and evolving conversation
• How diet and detoxification support metabolic health
• Why hormones cannot replace foundational lifestyle changes
• How elimination diets uncover hidden sensitivities
• Why stress is a major driver of metabolic dysfunction
• How women experience and carry stress differently
• Why faith and mindset support physical healing
• Why understanding your own body leads to better care
• Why healing requires education, empowerment, and curiosity

Episode Timeline Highlights:
03:01 The evolution of medical education and practice
06:09 The Flexner Report and its impact on medicine
08:59 Challenging conventional wisdom in healthcare
11:58 The role of environmental factors in health
15:00 The importance of personal responsibility in health
18:06 The future of healthcare and community support
20:49 The vaccine debate and public health
27:06 Innovative approaches to breast cancer screening
33:00 The importance of diet and detoxification
35:51 Hormones as a tool, not a solution
42:52 The nuances of hormone replacement therapy
49:42 The role of diet in hormonal health
55:24 The connection between stress and metabolic health
01:00:05 The role of faith in health and healing

Where to find Dr. Austin Lake:

Social: @dr.austin

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons is joined by Emmie Keefe, also known as Healthy Emmie, a guiding voice in plant based nutrition. Together, they explore what it truly means to build a healthy relationship with food and why simplicity matters more than perfection.

Emmie shares her personal journey into plant focused eating, how it transformed the health of her entire family, and why food addiction is one of the biggest unspoken challenges many people face. Dr. Jenn and Emmie break down the fears, resistance, and emotional attachments that keep people stuck, and why three weeks can be enough to create real, sustainable change.

They also dive into intuitive eating, the pitfalls of calorie and macro counting, how to build a nourishing plate, and why weight training is essential for women at every age. This conversation empowers listeners to rethink their daily choices, understand the role of emotional and spiritual healing, and embrace the truth that health happens at home long before the doctor's office.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:
• Why everyone benefits from eating more plants
• How food addiction shows up and why it is so hard to break
• Why the brain can adapt quickly to new eating habits
• How simplicity supports long term health
• Why half your plate should be vegetables
• How fear of losing comfort blocks change
• Why three weeks can reset habits
• The difference between weight loss and real disease prevention
• Why intuitive eating reduces stress
• How to build a nourishing plate with balance
• Why weight training is critical for women
• Why age should never stop you from lifting weights
• How to simplify meal prep when overwhelmed
• Why fasting is not right for everyone
• How eating order impacts blood sugar
• Why knowledge is empowerment
• Why health is built daily in your home

Episode Timeline Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to plant based nutrition and behavioral change
07:15 Emmie's journey into plant focused eating
17:06 Food addiction and convenience challenges
24:42 Resistance, comfort, and why change feels hard
32:30 Weight loss vs disease prevention
34:44 Intuitive eating vs counting macros
37:03 Building a simple, nourishing plate
40:12 The role of weight training for women
44:29 Knowledge, confidence, and empowerment
50:01 Simplifying healthy eating for real life
56:22 Fasting and metabolic considerations
01:02:55 Eating order and blood sugar control

Where to find Healthy Emmie:

Social: @healthyemmie

To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit:
https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons